One year anniversary

    Today marks the one year anniversary since Amaya had her fixator put on. Wow. I can hardly believe it. When I tell people that most respond with "wow, that went by fast." Then they pause, then add "well, probably not for you." It's true this year did not go by quickly. It was one of the longest years I've ever lived through. It was also one of the most intense years that our family has lived through. Now that its over, it feels so long ago. I've moved on to enjoy the day to day things; the joy and smiles and triumphs. Life has gone on! Amaya is thriving and doing great! 

    March 6, 2012 will always be a turning point in our lives. It forever changed Amaya, her life and our lives. I'm so grateful to Dr. Nelson for what he's done for Amaya. With his skill and help she was able to accomplish something amazing. She grew 3.1 inches of new bone! Along with Melissa's daily help and guidance Amaya had a successful lengthening. I am relieved, grateful and thankful that it was such a smooth process. I'm grateful to all the therapists, residents, nurses, Amaya's pediatrician Dr. Dixon and to Marilou our referral coordinator. All these people helped us in many ways, on many occasions. And to them I owe a great deal of thanks. 

     Thank you all for your being a part of our journey. For your love, kindness, and support. It means a great deal to us all! Your kindness, love, prayers, well wishes and friendship supported us this past year. Thank you. 

This was last March 6th.

Amaya smiling after her first physical therapy session.

Our first look at her leg with the fixator.

This was her x-ray three weeks after her fixator was put on. Look at that hip and femur!

This is this now.

Her left leg is the SAME length as her right leg!
She no longer needs to wear a lift on her shoe!

Amaya is walking and running!
Amaya is no longer using a wheelchair or walker!
Amaya completed therapy (she did over one hundred sessions)!

Amaya can bend her knee to 145 degrees with minimal pain and effort!

Amaya is registered to participate in her first triathlon in less than two months!
Amaya is happy, healthy and thriving!

She requested celebratory veggie Big Macs.

Having fun at a friends house today.

This is her most recent x-ray. It was taken January 14,2013. What a huge difference between the two x-rays! Not only is the femur 3.1 inches longer it was completely healed.